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A modern chapel conversion nestling between the northern edge of Bodmin Moor and the beautiful beaches of North Cornwall with the renowned villages of Port Isaac and Boscastle within easy reach. Open-plan, pet-friendly, wood burner, countryside views. (Ref. 976910)

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3 nights from £420

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    4.8

A spacious holiday cottage resting in Port Isaac, with open-plan living area and wonderful sea views. Enclosed garden with patio area. Accessible accommodation. WiFi (Ref. 1080299)

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3 nights from £519

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A stylish, stone barn conversion in the rural village of Gulval, near Penzance in Cornwall. Open-plan. Wooburning stove. Counrtyside views. Penzance 1.9 miles; Marazion 5.2 miles; St Ives 6.1 miles. (Ref. 1071346)

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3 nights from £525

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Harvey's House is a lovely holiday cottage located in the outskirts of Lowertown near Helston in Cornwall with an indulgent private hot tub for guests. Porthleven 3.7 miles; Falmouth 13.8 miles; Penzance 13.8 miles. (Ref. 1145624)

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3 nights from £537

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Manor Barn is a delightful, detached property in Saltash, Cornwall. Family-friendly. Dog-friendly. Golf course nearby. Superb gardens. Dishwasher. Liskeard 9.3 miles. Plymouth 12.7 miles. Launceston 13.9 miles. Polperro 19.2 miles. (Ref. 1155470)

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3 nights from £497

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Dowager Cottage is a detached home accepting pets and with off-road parking, resting near a beach in the picturesque market town of Penryn in Cornwall. Falmouth 3.1 miles; Truro 8.1 miles. (Ref. 1159928)

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3 nights from £381

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A stunning five-bedroom house perched in Carbis Bay, Cornwall. Spectacular views of Carbis Bay. Near a beach. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. St Ives 1.9 miles; Hayle 3.9 miles; Penzance 8.8 miles. (Ref. 1118304)

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3 nights from £1625

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Bumblebee Cottage, a delightful cottage in the village of Luxulyan in Cornwall. Near to shop and pub. Near local walks. Countryside location. Rural views. Luxulyan, Cornwall. St Austell 4.9 miles; Par 5.3 miles; Bodmin 7.9 miles. (Ref. 1095469)

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3 nights from £487

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Stone-built, renovated chapel nestled in the hamlet of Frogmore, near Callington in Cornwall. Dog-friendly. Open-plan living. High vaulted ceiling. Tavistock 11.7 miles; Launceston 13.1 miles. (Ref. 1063115)

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3 nights from £410

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Puffins Rest is a stylish, single-storey holiday home in Goldsithney, Cornwall. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. Off-road parking. Romantic. Open-plan. Marazion 1 miles; Penzance 6.2 miles; Helston 10.2 miles. (Ref. 1147926)

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3 nights from £397

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Trap House is a charming, pet-friendly house situated near a beach in Portloe, Cornwall, boasting stunning coastal views and private patio with furniture. Truro 11.6 miles; St Austell 13 miles; Newquay 21.5 miles. (Ref. 1164794)

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3 nights from £356

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    4.9

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Mariners Rest is a charming, one-bedroom property located in the stunning village of Gorran Haven in Cornwall. Pet-friendly. Sea views. Couple's retreat. Portmellon 2.3 miles; Saint Austell 9.2 miles; Truro 16.5 miles. (Ref. 1149142)

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3 nights from £482

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    4.9

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Beautifully appointed, detached cottage, located in the lovely coastal town of Camborne in Cornwall. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Portreath 4.5 miles. (Ref. 1007123)

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3 nights from £275

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A stunning, single-storey lodge resting in a tranquil quarry on the outskirts of St Breward. Private hot tub. Ample off-road parking. Private lake. Bodmin 7.7 miles; St Austell 19.4 miles. (Ref. 995951)

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3 nights from £837

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This stylish property rests in the lively town of Newquay, Cornwall. Superb garden with river views and firepit. Close to amenities. Close to beach. Off-road parking. Perranporth 9.4 miles; Truro 13.5 miles; Padstow 16.4 miles. (Ref. 1057762)

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3 nights from £515

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Curlew Lodge is a charming, two-bedroom holiday dwelling resting in Newquay, Cornwall. Close to amenities and a beach. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Holywell Bay 6.9 miles; Perranporth 9.3 miles; Truro 13.9 miles; Padstow 17.1 miles. (Ref. 1120957)

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3 nights from £570

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This delightful single-storey property rests in Ashton near Rosudgeon, Cornwall. Smart TV. Woodburning stove. Romantic. Porthleven 4.8 miles; Penzance 9 miles. (Ref. 1104589)

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3 nights from £330

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
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    4.7

Point Break is a contemporary and beautifully-presented home resting in Polzeath, Cornwall. Sea views. Open-plan living. Near the beach and amenities. Wadebridge 6.8 miles; Padstow 15.7 miles. (Ref. 1080584)

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3 nights from £1097

With a warmer climate than average and superb dining opportunities within striking distance, this selection of short breaks in Cornwall is the perfect choice for a weekend getaway.

Why Short Breaks in Cornwall?

A Cornwall getaway is the perfect escape from everyday life, with almost a third of Cornwall being a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, you will find something to suit all ages and tastes.

From the rolling hills with a multiitude of walks and historical landmarks to a dramatic coastline with an abundance of glorious beaches to explore, Cornwall weekend breaks promise to be an action-packed one.

For more ways on how to spend your Cornwall weekend away, browse our Cornwall Travel Guide »

Places to Visit from Cornwall Weekend Breaks

Cornwall is home to a whole host of iconic attractions and landmarks you can visit on your short break. If you are bringing younger guests along for a Cornwall short break, how about a visit to one of the iconic family attractions nearby, such as Blue Reef Aquarium or Newquay Zoo?

For those feeling adventurous, look forward to walking the famous South West Coast Path, where you will be delighted to find glorious beaches, secluded coves and weather-beaten cliffs along the way.

Take a trip to Land’s End and see the Land’s End sign, England's westernmost point and the close by coastal village of Sennen Cove.

Cornwall is also extremely popular with food lovers, with Michelin-starred restaurants dotted around the region, as well as opportunities to sample the famous Cornish pasty.

Other places to visit whilst on short breaks in Cornwall include:

Boscastle

Looe

Newquay

Padstow

St Ives

Tintagel

Types of Cornwall Holidays

Make your next quick getaway a Cornwall weekend break!

If you seek a touch of luxury, why not treat you and your loved ones to a Cornwall cottage with a hot tub or one of these luxury Cornwall cottages? If you fancy staying close to the coast, why not choose a beach cottage or a coastal cottage in Cornwall? Or if you're bringing your canine companion along, browse these pet friendly Cornwall cottages. There are also plenty of romantic breaks in Cornwall to choose from!

If you seek a weekend getaway, we can help you find the perfect cottage in Cornwall or why not browse the full selection of weekend and short break cottages?